US5445022A - Measuring scoop - Google Patents
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
- A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
- A47G21/00—Table-ware
- A47G21/04—Spoons; Pastry servers
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- G—PHYSICS
- G01—MEASURING; TESTING
- G01F—MEASURING VOLUME, VOLUME FLOW, MASS FLOW OR LIQUID LEVEL; METERING BY VOLUME
- G01F19/00—Calibrated capacity measures for fluids or fluent solid material, e.g. measuring cups
- G01F19/002—Measuring spoons or scoops
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- the present invention relates to measuring devices and is specifically related to scoops for measuring desired quantities of a powdered or granular product.
- a known scoop 10 usually consists of a pocket 12 of known volume and a handle 14 including a flat surface 16 oriented substantially parallel to the bottom surface 18 of the pocket 12 and .projecting from a side of the pocket 12.
- the handle 14 and the pocket 12 are generally integrally formed of plastic.
- the packaging of these powdered and granular materials is often mechanized with the scoop 10 being inserted into an inverted empty package with an open end 20 of the pocket 12 facing up toward the open bottom of the package. A measured quantity of the product is filled into the package and a bottom of the package is then attached. Thus, the product weighs down on the scoop 10 during insertion.
- the product may first be filled into the package through an open top of the package.
- the scoop 10 may then be pressed into the product so that it does not project out of the product.
- the present invention is directed to a device for measuring a powdered or granular product, wherein the device is included in a package with the product.
- the measuring device includes a product receptacle having an open end through which the product may be introduced into the receptacle, a side wall surrounding the open end and extending a predetermined distance away from the open end in a first direction and a sealing member disposed opposite the open end.
- the sealing member is coupled to the side wall so that product received in the receptacle can leave the receptacle only through the open end.
- the device further includes a handle extending from a first end to a second end, the first end being coupled to the side wall so that a consumer of the product may rotate the handle from an initial position for packing the measuring device and the product into the package to a measuring position for measuring desired quantities of the product.
- the handle When in the initial position, the handle extends from the side wall substantially parallel to the first direction and, when in the measuring position, the handle extends away from the side wall in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction.
- FIG. 1 shows a side view of a prior art scoop
- FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of a scoop according to a first embodiment of the present invention, wherein the scoop is in a first position for insertion into a package;
- FIG. 3 shows a second perspective view of the scoop according to the first embodiment of the present invention wherein the scoop is in the first position
- FIG. 4 shows a side view of the scoop according to the first embodiment of the present invention wherein the scoop is in a second position for measuring and/or dispensing product
- FIG. 5 shows a perspective view of a scoop according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
- FIGS. 2-4 A scoop 10 according to a first embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 2-4.
- the scoop 10 includes a substance receiving pocket 12 and a handle 14 which is coupled to the pocket 12.
- the substance receiving pocket 12 includes an open upper end 15, a closed bottom surface 18 and a circular side wall 20.
- the circular sidewall 20 defines a central axis which is substantially perpendicular to the bottom surface 18.
- the handle 14 in the first position for insertion into a package, is coupled by means of a hinge 21 to a projection 22 which extends from an upper portion of the side wall 20.
- the handle is coupled to the projection 22 by means of a breakable tab 24.
- the tab 24 maintains the handle in the first position so that it extends away from the upper end 15 in a direction which is substantially parallel to the central axis of the side wall 20.
- the handle 14 initially extends substantially parallel to the side wall 20.
- the flat surface 16 of the handle 14 provides a gripping surface.
- a stiffening spine 30 projects from the surface of the handle 14 which is opposite the surface 16. The width of the spine 30 gradually increases as it extends closer to the end of the handle 14 which is coupled to the projection 22.
- the spine 30 includes an end surface 32 which extends in a direction which is substantially perpendicular to the surface 16.
- FIG. 4 shows the handle 14 in a second position for measuring and/or dispensing product from the package.
- the breakable tab 24 has been separated from the handle 14 and the handle 14 has been rotated about the hinge 21 so that the flat gripping surface 16 extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the central axis.
- the surface 32 of the spine 30 contacts the side wall 20 and is received between two ridges 34.
- the pocket 12 of the scoop 10 need not be circular and may be formed in any shape.
- the entire scoop will preferably be integrally formed of plastic.
- the scoop 10 is inserted into an inverted package so that it rests on the top surface of the package with the open end of the pocket 12 facing upward toward the open bottom of the package.
- the handle 14 extends directly upward parallel to the side wall 20 of the scoop 10.
- a measured quantity of the powdered or granular product is then inserted through the open bottom of the package, covering the scoop 10.
- the handle 14 projects directly into the product, little torque is exerted on the handle 14 and the possibility of the handle 14 breaking is reduced.
- a bottom is then attached to the package.
- the consumer removes the scoop 10 from the product, rotates the handle 14 about the hinge 21, breaking the tab 24, until the surface 32 of the spine 30 is received between the ridges 34 and contacts the side wall 20 of the pocket 12.
- the scoop 10 is then in the second position for measuring and/or dispensing the product.
- the product may be inserted into an upright package with an open top.
- the scoop 10 may then be pressed into the product so that the handle 14 and the side wall 20 of the scoop 10 penetrate the product.
- the handle 14 When pressed into the product, the handle 14 extends directly downward, parallel to the side wall 20 of the scoop 10. As the handle 14 projects directly into the product, little torque is exerted on the handle 14 and the possibility of the handle 14 breaking is reduced.
- FIG. 5 A scoop 10 according to a second embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIG. 5.
- the scoop 10 includes a handle 14 which is rigidly coupled to the pocket 12 at a bottom of the side wall 20.
- the handle 14 extends in a direction which is substantially perpendicular to the side wall 20.
- the flat gripping surface 16 of the handle 14 is located on a lower surface of the handle 14.
- a stiffening spine 30 projects from the surface of the handle 14 which is opposite the flat gripping surface 16. The width of the spine 30 gradually increases as it extends closer to the end of the handle 14 which is coupled to the side wall 20.
- the scoop 10 is inserted into an inverted package so that it rests on the top surface of the package with the open end of the pocket 12 facing upward toward the open bottom of the package.
- the flat gripping surface 16 of the handle 14 and the bottom surface 18 of the pocket 12 rest on the top of the package.
- a measured quantity of the powdered or granular product is then inserted through the open bottom of the package, covering the scoop 10.
- the product may be inserted into an upright package with an open top.
- the scoop 10 may then be pressed into the product so that the handle 14 and the side wall 20 of the scoop 10 penetrate the product.
- the handle 14 When pressed into the product, the handle 14 does not come into contact with the product until the entire scoop 10 has penetrated the product to the extent that the bottom surface 18 of the pocket 12 contacts the product. Thus, little torque is generated about the point of contact between the handle 14 and side wall 20 and the possibility of the handle 14 breaking is reduced.
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US08/248,046 US5445022A (en) | 1994-05-24 | 1994-05-24 | Measuring scoop |
AU75716/94A AU7571694A (en) | 1994-05-24 | 1994-10-11 | Measuring scoop |
CA002118365A CA2118365A1 (en) | 1994-05-24 | 1994-10-18 | Measuring scoop |
EP95300275A EP0684459A1 (de) | 1994-05-24 | 1995-01-18 | Dosierlöffel |
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US08/248,046 US5445022A (en) | 1994-05-24 | 1994-05-24 | Measuring scoop |
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US5647413A (en) * | 1996-02-13 | 1997-07-15 | The Procter & Gamble Company | Scoop assembly for granular materials and method of use |
US6485438B1 (en) | 2000-09-28 | 2002-11-26 | Jennifer L. Minue | Cup to assist with urine specimen sampling |
GB2413786A (en) * | 2004-05-07 | 2005-11-09 | Multibrands Internat Ltd | Dispensing scoop for washing powder or liquid |
US20090133493A1 (en) * | 2007-11-28 | 2009-05-28 | Chef's Planet, Llc | Measuring scoop for prep cooking |
WO2011003543A3 (de) * | 2009-07-06 | 2011-03-31 | Hendrik Meyl | Vorrichtung und verfahren zum herstellen von getränken mithilfe elektromagnetischer strahlung |
US20120240862A1 (en) * | 2011-03-21 | 2012-09-27 | Timothy Edwards | Animal feeding reminder system |
CN103271612A (zh) * | 2013-06-13 | 2013-09-04 | 李家海 | 防洒奶粉勺 |
USD932926S1 (en) * | 2020-09-30 | 2021-10-12 | Shenzhenshi xiaying keji youxiangongsi | Measuring cup |
US12053165B1 (en) | 2023-07-18 | 2024-08-06 | Cleancatch Solutions Inc. | Urine collection system and method of collecting urine |
USD1038776S1 (en) * | 2022-02-08 | 2024-08-13 | Nutra Holdings Inc. | Measuring scoop |
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US2807168A (en) * | 1954-05-17 | 1957-09-24 | Ivan R Wipf | Measuring device |
US2921707A (en) * | 1956-04-02 | 1960-01-19 | Noah H Sloan | Combination bottle cap and dispenser |
US3931741A (en) * | 1973-11-02 | 1976-01-13 | Jovanna Ceccarelli | Combined measuring spoon and receptacle |
US4403712A (en) * | 1981-01-21 | 1983-09-13 | Wilhelm Wiesinger | Snap hinge of plastic material |
US4457458A (en) * | 1982-11-15 | 1984-07-03 | Knight Engineering & Molding Co. | Dispensing cap |
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US4788862A (en) * | 1987-07-15 | 1988-12-06 | Bristol-Myers Company | Plastic measuring scoop with foldable handle |
US5347865A (en) * | 1992-11-05 | 1994-09-20 | Amway Corporation | Measuring scoop with molded reusable fit clip |
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US2807168A (en) * | 1954-05-17 | 1957-09-24 | Ivan R Wipf | Measuring device |
US2921707A (en) * | 1956-04-02 | 1960-01-19 | Noah H Sloan | Combination bottle cap and dispenser |
US3931741A (en) * | 1973-11-02 | 1976-01-13 | Jovanna Ceccarelli | Combined measuring spoon and receptacle |
US4403712A (en) * | 1981-01-21 | 1983-09-13 | Wilhelm Wiesinger | Snap hinge of plastic material |
US4457458A (en) * | 1982-11-15 | 1984-07-03 | Knight Engineering & Molding Co. | Dispensing cap |
US4616867A (en) * | 1983-09-29 | 1986-10-14 | Hara John J O | Measuring scoop |
US4788862A (en) * | 1987-07-15 | 1988-12-06 | Bristol-Myers Company | Plastic measuring scoop with foldable handle |
US5347865A (en) * | 1992-11-05 | 1994-09-20 | Amway Corporation | Measuring scoop with molded reusable fit clip |
Cited By (13)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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US5647413A (en) * | 1996-02-13 | 1997-07-15 | The Procter & Gamble Company | Scoop assembly for granular materials and method of use |
US6485438B1 (en) | 2000-09-28 | 2002-11-26 | Jennifer L. Minue | Cup to assist with urine specimen sampling |
GB2413786A (en) * | 2004-05-07 | 2005-11-09 | Multibrands Internat Ltd | Dispensing scoop for washing powder or liquid |
US20090133493A1 (en) * | 2007-11-28 | 2009-05-28 | Chef's Planet, Llc | Measuring scoop for prep cooking |
EP2591706A1 (de) * | 2009-07-06 | 2013-05-15 | Hendrik Meyl | Vorrichtung und Verfahren zum Herstellen von Getränken mithilfe elektromagnetischer Strahlung |
WO2011003543A3 (de) * | 2009-07-06 | 2011-03-31 | Hendrik Meyl | Vorrichtung und verfahren zum herstellen von getränken mithilfe elektromagnetischer strahlung |
US9402503B2 (en) | 2009-07-06 | 2016-08-02 | Hendrik Meyl | Apparatus and method for preparing beverages by electromagnetic radiation |
US20120240862A1 (en) * | 2011-03-21 | 2012-09-27 | Timothy Edwards | Animal feeding reminder system |
US8453592B2 (en) * | 2011-03-21 | 2013-06-04 | Timothy Edwards | Animal feeding reminder system |
CN103271612A (zh) * | 2013-06-13 | 2013-09-04 | 李家海 | 防洒奶粉勺 |
USD932926S1 (en) * | 2020-09-30 | 2021-10-12 | Shenzhenshi xiaying keji youxiangongsi | Measuring cup |
USD1038776S1 (en) * | 2022-02-08 | 2024-08-13 | Nutra Holdings Inc. | Measuring scoop |
US12053165B1 (en) | 2023-07-18 | 2024-08-06 | Cleancatch Solutions Inc. | Urine collection system and method of collecting urine |
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